The 2026 United States Shadow Senator election in the District of Columbia will take place on November 3, 2026, to elect a shadow member to the United States Senate to represent the District of Columbia. The shadow senator is only recognized by the district and is not officially sworn or seated. Primary elections were held on June 16. Incumbent Shadow Senator Paul Strauss is running for re-election.

Democratic primary Candidates Nominee Paul Strauss, incumbent shadow senator

Results

Republican primary Candidates Nominee Robert Simmons, small business owner and candidate for city council in 2024

Results

Statehood Green primary Results

General election Results

References